Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds
恐竜 怪鳥の伝説
“An amazing panic attack that hits all of Japan with an intensity of 100!”
Synopsis
A Japanese geologist discovers that dinosaurs still exist in caves beneath the surface of a volcanic lake.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 12, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 18, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Junji Kurata
- Screenplay & Story
- Ichirō Ōtsu, Masaru Igami, Isao Matsumoto
- Original Score
- Masao Yagi
- Original Title
- 恐竜 怪鳥の伝説
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Toei Company, Toei Studios Kyoto
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Junji Kurata
Ichirō Ōtsu, Masaru Igami, Isao Matsumoto
Masao Yagi
Sakuji Shiomi
Isamu Ichida
Keiichi Hashimoto
Department Leadership Roster
Junji Kurata
Director
Ichirō Ōtsu
Screenplay
Keiichi Hashimoto
Producer
Sakuji Shiomi
Director of Photography
Masao Yagi
Original Music Composer
Isamu Ichida
Editor
Yoshimitsu Amamori
Production Design
Masaru Igami
Screenplay
Isao Matsumoto
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds about?
A Japanese geologist discovers that dinosaurs still exist in caves beneath the surface of a volcanic lake.
Who directed Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds?
Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds was directed by Junji Kurata.
Who stars in Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds?
The principal cast of Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds includes Tsunehiko Watase, Shōtarō Hayashi, Yōko Koizumi, Tomoko Kiyoshima, Fuyukichi Maki.
When was Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds released and how long is it?
Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds was composed by Masao Yagi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds?
Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).